This emerald green Murano dish by Mandruzzato exemplifies the artistry of mid-20th-century Italian glassmaking. Created in the 1950s using the renowned sommerso technique, it features a minimalist, modernist form. The dish is shaped as a rounded square with a deep central well, blown from a single mass of crystal glass. At its heart, a saturated, cool emerald hue transitions seamlessly into lighter aqua and clear glass at the edges, producing a striking gradient effect. The surface is highly polished, almost mirror-like, which amplifies the glass's luminosity and highlights the substantial, weighted base. There are no visible seams, joints or additional decorations – the focus rests entirely on the purity of form, color, and proportion. The piece is preserved in excellent condition, free from damage or signs of wear.Within this dish, one hears the voice of Italian modernism: the glass form speaks of lagoon light, of Murano masters' experiments, and of a postwar fascination with essential shapes. The clarity and depth of color evoke a tranquil water surface reflecting Mediterranean sunlight. Its minimalist design lets the material tell its own story – a quest for the essence of beauty, where every reflection and color shift is a trace of the artisan’s hand.The dish could be displayed on a console or low table in the living room, where its emerald hues will enhance the depth of wood or marble surfaces. It may be paired with other vintage glass pieces – Murano vases or minimalist ceramics – or left to stand alone, taking center stage in an interior based on a calm color palette. It will fit harmoniously in mid-century modern spaces as well as in collector’s, eclectic interiors, where glass and light engage in a subtle dialogue.
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Height4.5 cm
Length10 cm
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Length10 cm
Height4.5 cm
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